Table of Contents

List of figures; Preface; 1. The rise of Egyptian civilization B. G. Trigger; 2. Old kingdom, middle kingdom and second intermediate period c. 2686–1552 BC Barry J. Kemp; 3. New kingdom and third intermediate period, 1552–664 BC David O'Connor; 4. The late period, 664–323 BC Alan B. Lloyd; Bibliographical essays; Bibliography; Index.

Promotional Information

This book, first published in 1983, presents an innovative perspective on the ancient societies which flourished in the Nile Valley.

Reviews

'[The book] provides an excellent treatment of Egyptian history for the period before it was absorbed into the Graeco-Roman world.' Ancient Society 'No one interested in ancient Egypt can afford to ignore this book. The general reader will find much of interest presented in an extremely readable fashion. The specialist will revel in the accumulation of biographical citations and the thoughtful juxtaposition of conflicting theories.' Archaeology 'The fifty-nine figures, some of them highly unusual, consisting of the line drawings, listings and maps, add to the exceptional nature of this book.' Choice